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It is strongly recommended to completely read this manual before use! Damage resulting from misuse
or modifi cation will void your warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 1
SPECIAL FEATURES ..................................................... 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 2
GLOSSARY OF TERMS................................................. 2
INPUT POWER .............................................................. 3
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS ..................................... 3
GETTING STARTED ...................................................... 4
STARTING CHARGE...................................................... 5
VIEW DATA SCREENS .................................................. 6
AC input:
DC input:
Protective devices:
Case size:
Weight:
Specifi cations for Each Output
Battery types:
Battery capacity range:
Fast charge current:
Fast charge termination:
Fast charge safety timer:
Peak sensitivity:
Auto-trickle current:
Controls:
Display type:
*Output connections:
Audible tones:
* Adapter - Standard to Deans
* Adapter - Standard to Vendetta, MiniQuake, RS4 Battery available separately (DTXC2210)
110V AC 60Hz
11 to 15V DC, built-in lead with alligator clips
solid-state reverse polarity and current overload
7.95" x 6" x 1.97" [202 x 153 x 50mm]
27.8 oz. [789g]
4 to 8 NiCd or NiMH (4.8 to 9.6V)
750 to 7500mAh
0.8A, 1.5A, 3A, 5A linear (40W)
peak detection
90 minutes
8mV for NiCd, 4mV for NiMH
1/20 fast charge setting
3 push buttons
7-segment custom LCD with blue backlight
built-in lead with standard connector, built-in jack for 4 to 5 cell Rx packs or Tx packs
indicates start, stop, errors
®
®
Ultra
male available separately (GPMM3131)
The DuraTrax
one! It's an excellent choice for electric powered models
which use two NiCd or NiMH batteries simultaneously, or
modelers who rotate through multiple batteries while at
the fi eld or the track. Charge current options of 800mA,
1.5A, 3A, and 5 amps - plus 4 to 8 cell NiCd or NiMH
compatibility for each output makes this charger great for
batteries for 1/18th to 1/8th scale electrics, nitro receiver
packs, and transmitter batteries. A tiny AC power supply
is built-in, plus DC input capability and twin LCDs with
blue backlights make this charger easy to transport and
use in any environment.
INDEX
RESETTING THE CHARGER ........................................ 6

SPECIFICATIONS

®
®
Onyx
240 charger is two chargers in

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Summary of Contents for Duratrax Onyx 240

  • Page 1 ® ™ ® ™ The DuraTrax Onyx 240 charger is two chargers in one! It’s an excellent choice for electric powered models which use two NiCd or NiMH batteries simultaneously, or modelers who rotate through multiple batteries while at the fi eld or the track. Charge current options of 800mA, 1.5A, 3A, and 5 amps –...
  • Page 2 SPECIAL FEATURES • TWO independent outputs, each with identical features and functions. • A tiny built-in switching AC power supply is great for portability and cramped pit areas, yet can deliver up to 5 amps of charge current for each output! •...
  • Page 3 CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS The Onyx 240 charger is two independent chargers in one case. Each output has its own set of controls, output connections, and LCD. No function which occurs with Output 1 will affect the function of Output 2 in any way, and vise-versa.
  • Page 4 For some transmitters, opening the battery compartment and disconnecting the battery’s lead will reveal if the battery’s own plug can be connected directly to this jack on the charger. Or, if you wish to connect the charger to a transmitter’s built-in charge jack, check with your local retailer for the appropriate charge adapter listed below: Part number Description...
  • Page 5 STARTING CHARGE Linear current will be supplied to NiCd and NiMH batteries during charge. The peak detection method will be used to fi nd the highest battery voltage during charge. Once peak voltage is detected, the charger will automatically stop fast charge and start trickle charge.
  • Page 6 VIEW DATA SCREENS After peak charge has been detected, you can review the four different data screens to see the fi nal results of the peak charge. While “End” is showing, repeatedly press DATA to scroll through the screens like shown above to view the fi nal results of the charge process.
  • Page 7 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY – *U.S.A. & CANADA ONLY DuraTrax warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years from the date of purchase. During that period, DuraTrax will, at its option, repair or replace without service charge any product deemed defective due to those causes.
  • Page 8 DuraTrax Ultimate Tool Set w/Pouch DuraTrax Ultimate tools have hardened steel tips plus a blue-anodized aluminum handle that’s knurled for a no-slip grip. This set has ‘em all – 4 each of metric and SAE hex drivers, 3 each of slotted and Phillips screwdrivers – plus an Ultimate Body Reamer.

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